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Game developer interview: Star Citizen's Chris Roberts

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Chris Roberts details Star Citizen's boundless vision, from procedural planets and VR to crafting, base building and dynamic server tech.
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Abxylute unveils wired deck controllers for Switch 2

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Abxylute reveals N6 and N9C wired deck controllers for Switch 2, promising instant USB-C play, ergonomic grips and GameCube-style flair.
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China & aerospace lift high-end global 3D printing

Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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Industrial 3D printer shipments return to growth as aerospace demand and a strong China rebound lift high-end metal systems in 2025.
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Game review: System Shock (Xbox Series X)

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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gaming
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The System Shock remake for Xbox Series X brings better graphics and an intriguing storyline but is held back by outdated mechanics and lack of waypoints. 7.5/10.
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'Retimer 3' launch promises sleep revolution with wearable tech

Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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productivity
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Australian tech firm Re-time Pty Ltd unveils retimer 3, a pioneering product designed to redefine sleep wellness with smart mobile app integration and next-gen wearable technology.
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ESR to showcase innovative tech accessories at CES 2024

Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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ESR to reveal new MagSafe and Galaxy S24 accessories at CES 2024, enhancing mobile tech experience.
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HiDock announces world's first ChatGPT-Powered Audio Dock, HiDock H1

Tue, 14th Nov 2023
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bluetooth
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productivity
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kickstarter
HiDock launches the HiDock H1, the world's first ChatGPT-Powered Audio Dock, pushing boundaries in communication tech.
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Kiwi ingenuity set to shake up keyboard hardware market

Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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cloud services
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creative hq
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kickstarter
Wellington-based MoErgos has achieved its Kickstarter funding goal for the Glove80 wireless keyboard in just 28 hours.
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Plant a tree, save the planet: The Kiwis taking tech to the forest

Fri, 16th Oct 2020
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drones
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Auckland lawyer Nick Muir has founded TreeTime, an app that allows users to buy and track their own tree, helping to protect the environment.
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Kickstarter campaign brings 80s games back in a handheld console

Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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kickstarter
Lyra can virtually emulate any game console of the classic era, making it possible for you to carry hundreds of them in your pocket.
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DJI better watch out as a new drone takes the internet by storm

Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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drones
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LeveTop's T1 drone, the first consumer model with CMOS technology, has taken Kickstarter by storm, raising USD $150,000 in just two weeks.
Cinera

Introducing Cinera, the clunky VR-cinema of the future

Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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movies
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kickstarter
This ridiculous headset promises an immersive IMAX experience and theater-grade sound from the comfort of a user's couch...
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Turn your finger into a smartphone: The world's first voice operated smart-ring

Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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Hong Kong startup Origami Labs unveils ORII, the world's first voice-operated smart-ring using bone conduction, turning your finger into a smartphone.
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Christchurch couple launch Kickstarter to make South Island's first cat café a reality

Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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Husband and wife team Alyssa O'Connor and Nate Ball have raised $13,000 towards the $25,000 they need to get the cafe off the ground.
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Weta Workshop's kickstarter goes off with a bang

Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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crowdfunding
Weta Workshop's first ever tabletop game, GKR: Heavy Hitters, reached its funding goal in just over four hours on Kickstarter.
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Google, disruption, game-changing ideas: Spark's Innovation Month keynotes announced

Thu, 5th May 2016
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kickstarter
Spark Lab's Innovation Month will see innovative and successful characters arrive in NZ to share experiences and insights with local businesses.
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Kiwi ingenuity strikes again with world's first smart car mount

Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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apps
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kickstarter
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smart appliances
Kiwi entrepreneur launches Kickstarter campaign for Bluejay, the first smart car mount. Campaign has already raised $15k.
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Truly wireless headphones making their case on Kickstarter

Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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digital entertainment
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kickstarter
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wireless headphones
Alpha Audiotronics in the U.S. have launched a Kickstarter campaign with the goal of launching truly wireless ear buds – Skybuds.
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Kickstarter for wireless iPhone charger gains momentum

Fri, 9th Oct 2015
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apple iphone
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kickstarter
Start-up Bench Soft's innovative wireless charger for iPhone 6 electrifies Kickstarter, hitting £10,000 goal in just 48 hours.
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World first: Solar wireless smartphone charger

Wed, 22nd Jul 2015
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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energy efficient
MagSOL Labs unveils ESL, the pioneering solar-powered wireless phone charger, aiming to transform mobile charging globally.